World
Germany's Merkel plans phone call with Russia's Putin to discuss North Korea
- September 13, 2017
North Korea's top envoy in Geneva condemned the latest round of United Nations Security Council sanctions against Pyongyang, describing the embargoes as an "illegal" measure. Almost 80 per cent went to China. The resolution is a water-down version of the original United States proposal, but it does ban North Korea from importing all natural gas liquids and condensates, as well as bans all textile exports and prohibits all countries from authorising new work permits for North Korean ... (more...)
- September 13, 2017
North Korea's top envoy in Geneva condemned the latest round of United Nations Security Council sanctions against Pyongyang, describing the embargoes as an "illegal" measure. Almost 80 per cent went to China. The resolution is a water-down version of the original United States proposal, but it does ban North Korea from importing all natural gas liquids and condensates, as well as bans all textile exports and prohibits all countries from authorising new work permits for North Korean ... (more...)
4 dead as 'Maring' swamps Metro, Luzon
- September 13, 2017
Several areas are flooded in Metro Manila. Clockwise from top, left: Commuters cross Rizal Avenue on a boat; residents of Tatalon, Quezon City wade in knee-deep waters; heavy traffic at South Luzon Expressway; and a school caretaker moves chairs to higher ground in Noveleta, Cavite. (more...)
- September 13, 2017
Several areas are flooded in Metro Manila. Clockwise from top, left: Commuters cross Rizal Avenue on a boat; residents of Tatalon, Quezon City wade in knee-deep waters; heavy traffic at South Luzon Expressway; and a school caretaker moves chairs to higher ground in Noveleta, Cavite. (more...)
Canadian Judge Suspended After Wearing 'MAGA' Hat in Courtroom
- September 13, 2017
The council found that the act of wearing the baseball cap into the courtroom 'violated the fundamental principle that the judiciary must remain above and removed from politics, ' according to BBC.com . But the four members of the panel that heard the complaints against the judge at a public session last month said his long record of excellent service shows that he deserves another chance - in spite of what they described as serious misconduct. (more...)
- September 13, 2017
The council found that the act of wearing the baseball cap into the courtroom 'violated the fundamental principle that the judiciary must remain above and removed from politics, ' according to BBC.com . But the four members of the panel that heard the complaints against the judge at a public session last month said his long record of excellent service shows that he deserves another chance - in spite of what they described as serious misconduct. (more...)
United States softens N Korea resolution ahead of UN vote
- September 13, 2017
US President Donald Trump has said all options, including military action, are on the table to deal with the threat. The ministry stressed that the proposed sanctions were aimed at undermining North Korea's sovereignty to an extreme level, and added that Pyongyang was closely monitoring USA moves. (more...)
- September 13, 2017
US President Donald Trump has said all options, including military action, are on the table to deal with the threat. The ministry stressed that the proposed sanctions were aimed at undermining North Korea's sovereignty to an extreme level, and added that Pyongyang was closely monitoring USA moves. (more...)
Hurricane Jose strengthens to a Category 2 storm
- September 13, 2017
Forecasters predict that by Friday, it will have turned into a Category 3 hurricane. Hurricane Katia is a Category 1 hurricane that formed off the Gulf of Mexico coast. According to the NHC, Jose is likely to slowly strengthen as it makes its way west through the Atlantic this week. Katia, which is located in the western Gulf of Mexico, is packing winds of 80 miles per hour, according to an 11 p.m. (more...)
- September 13, 2017
Forecasters predict that by Friday, it will have turned into a Category 3 hurricane. Hurricane Katia is a Category 1 hurricane that formed off the Gulf of Mexico coast. According to the NHC, Jose is likely to slowly strengthen as it makes its way west through the Atlantic this week. Katia, which is located in the western Gulf of Mexico, is packing winds of 80 miles per hour, according to an 11 p.m. (more...)
Tiger cubs play after being brought together at USA zoo
- September 13, 2017
The two became instant friends, wrestling and jumping. "After numerous attempts to keep the mother and cub together, the animal care team decided it was in the cub's best interest to separate them", the zoo said. and take it home as a pet. Luis Valencia, 18, was stopped by U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents at the Otay Mesa Port of Entry in August. They were allowed to see each other for about a half-hour, and then they were allowed to get in physical contact. (more...)
- September 13, 2017
The two became instant friends, wrestling and jumping. "After numerous attempts to keep the mother and cub together, the animal care team decided it was in the cub's best interest to separate them", the zoo said. and take it home as a pet. Luis Valencia, 18, was stopped by U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents at the Otay Mesa Port of Entry in August. They were allowed to see each other for about a half-hour, and then they were allowed to get in physical contact. (more...)
Finding a city for Amazon's second HQ — Business Report
- September 13, 2017
He said a low operating cost, low property taxes, and an efficient municipal government in terms of operating cost make Winnipeg an attractive option for companies seeking a new headquarters city. The company says it is looking for a city with at least 1 million people along with mass transit and an worldwide airport. Amazon has said its "HQ2" would resemble its existing headquarters located north of Downtown Seattle that totals 8 million square feet, employs 40,000 workers and has generated ... (more...)
- September 13, 2017
He said a low operating cost, low property taxes, and an efficient municipal government in terms of operating cost make Winnipeg an attractive option for companies seeking a new headquarters city. The company says it is looking for a city with at least 1 million people along with mass transit and an worldwide airport. Amazon has said its "HQ2" would resemble its existing headquarters located north of Downtown Seattle that totals 8 million square feet, employs 40,000 workers and has generated ... (more...)
Brexit Talks Between UK, Brussels to Resume on September 25
- September 13, 2017
Negotiating teams for Britain and the European Union had been due to reconvene in Brussels next week for a fourth round of talks. Underlining that Britain has the largest defense and development budgets in Europe, officials will press what they consider to be one of their strongest arguments - that the government can offer defense and security support to the EU. (more...)
- September 13, 2017
Negotiating teams for Britain and the European Union had been due to reconvene in Brussels next week for a fourth round of talks. Underlining that Britain has the largest defense and development budgets in Europe, officials will press what they consider to be one of their strongest arguments - that the government can offer defense and security support to the EU. (more...)
A state of unhappiness
- September 13, 2017
Hawaii came in third with the lowest share of adult depression at 11.7%, which is 2.3 times lower than in OR, which has the highest at 27% percent. To determine these factors, analysts examined all 50 states across 28 key metrics ranging from depression rates to sports participation rates to income growth. (more...)
- September 13, 2017
Hawaii came in third with the lowest share of adult depression at 11.7%, which is 2.3 times lower than in OR, which has the highest at 27% percent. To determine these factors, analysts examined all 50 states across 28 key metrics ranging from depression rates to sports participation rates to income growth. (more...)
Hurricane-force wind gust reported in Keys
- September 13, 2017
The U.S. National Hurricane Center said the storm is expected to strike the Sunshine State as a risky Category 4 storm. On the east coast of the state, which avoided a direct hit from the eye of the storm, Gould expects repairs to last "probably a week or more ". (more...)
- September 13, 2017
The U.S. National Hurricane Center said the storm is expected to strike the Sunshine State as a risky Category 4 storm. On the east coast of the state, which avoided a direct hit from the eye of the storm, Gould expects repairs to last "probably a week or more ". (more...)
Shooting at Texas Football Party, Man Kills 8; Police Kill Suspect
- September 13, 2017
Meredith Hight's mother has said her daughter owned the home, had recently divorced Hight after six years of marriage and was hosting a party to watch football games. "That man is a hero and may peace be with him to have to walk into such a scenario and neutralize the suspect", Farley said. Tilley said he couldn't confirm a Dallas Morning News report that said neighbors said the victims had been watching the Cowboys football game. (more...)
- September 13, 2017
Meredith Hight's mother has said her daughter owned the home, had recently divorced Hight after six years of marriage and was hosting a party to watch football games. "That man is a hero and may peace be with him to have to walk into such a scenario and neutralize the suspect", Farley said. Tilley said he couldn't confirm a Dallas Morning News report that said neighbors said the victims had been watching the Cowboys football game. (more...)
Hurricane Jose remains a unsafe Category 4 storm
- September 13, 2017
But it is still believed Irma will make landfall in Florida as an extremely risky major hurricane that likely will be able to maintain near Category 5 winds if the center stays off the west coast of Florida where it will be partly over the warm Gulf of Mexico waters. (more...)
- September 13, 2017
But it is still believed Irma will make landfall in Florida as an extremely risky major hurricane that likely will be able to maintain near Category 5 winds if the center stays off the west coast of Florida where it will be partly over the warm Gulf of Mexico waters. (more...)
Rep. Hoyer: GOP Won't Address Debt Ceiling in December
- September 13, 2017
Trump last week signed legislation that tied $15.25 billion in emergency assistance to the victims of Hurricane Harvey to an agreement that funds the government until December 8 and also extends the debt ceiling for that duration. Senate Republicans will need the support of at least eight Democrats to pass either a government-funding bill or a debt-ceiling increase through the chamber. (more...)
- September 13, 2017
Trump last week signed legislation that tied $15.25 billion in emergency assistance to the victims of Hurricane Harvey to an agreement that funds the government until December 8 and also extends the debt ceiling for that duration. Senate Republicans will need the support of at least eight Democrats to pass either a government-funding bill or a debt-ceiling increase through the chamber. (more...)
Officials Urge Patience as Florida Towns Re-Open After Irma
- September 13, 2017
It flooded streets and coastal areas, swamped homes, uprooted massive trees, cast boats ashore, snapped power lines and toppled construction cranes. The string of islands was the first part of the state hit by the storm , and were still without water, power or cell service Monday. (more...)
- September 13, 2017
It flooded streets and coastal areas, swamped homes, uprooted massive trees, cast boats ashore, snapped power lines and toppled construction cranes. The string of islands was the first part of the state hit by the storm , and were still without water, power or cell service Monday. (more...)
Roughly 50252 Gwinnett customers still without power
- September 13, 2017
The string of islands was the first part of the state hit by the storm, and were still without water, power or cell service Monday. The monster storm, which arrived in Florida as a Category 4 hurricane, has toppled at least three constructions cranes - two over downtown Miami and one in Fort Lauderdale. (more...)
- September 13, 2017
The string of islands was the first part of the state hit by the storm, and were still without water, power or cell service Monday. The monster storm, which arrived in Florida as a Category 4 hurricane, has toppled at least three constructions cranes - two over downtown Miami and one in Fort Lauderdale. (more...)
Irma done with Cuba, chugs toward Florida Keys
- September 13, 2017
Hurricane Irma has been downgraded to a Category 1 storm and could lose hurricane status by the end of Monday-but authorities warn that it is still very risky and the true extent of its destruction is still unclear. Jones added that once the wind direction shifts, the water will quickly return. The Tampa Bay area feared a direct hit from a major hurricane, but ended up getting more of a sideways swipe from a weakened Irma. (more...)
- September 13, 2017
Hurricane Irma has been downgraded to a Category 1 storm and could lose hurricane status by the end of Monday-but authorities warn that it is still very risky and the true extent of its destruction is still unclear. Jones added that once the wind direction shifts, the water will quickly return. The Tampa Bay area feared a direct hit from a major hurricane, but ended up getting more of a sideways swipe from a weakened Irma. (more...)
North Korea warns U.S., 'the blood-thirsty beast', against fresh United Nations sanctions
- September 13, 2017
Pyongyang's envoy to the United Nations accused Washington of opting for "political, economic and military confrontation". " North Korea has conducted a major nuclear test". Haley ended her statement with a conciliatory tone, saying that the USA takes no pleasure in further strengthening the sanctions and was not "looking for war". (more...)
- September 13, 2017
Pyongyang's envoy to the United Nations accused Washington of opting for "political, economic and military confrontation". " North Korea has conducted a major nuclear test". Haley ended her statement with a conciliatory tone, saying that the USA takes no pleasure in further strengthening the sanctions and was not "looking for war". (more...)
Jose Will Do Loops in the Atlantic; Unlikely to Impact the US
- September 13, 2017
The only effect here in New England from Jose (and along the East Coast) is likely to be some rough seas. Despite local panic, it spared Barbuda, St. coast. Potential tracks vary wildly, from landfalls in the south up to the Canadian maritimes, while others take Jose out to sea permanently. Hurricane Jose is now expected to make a full and complete circle, ultimately redirecting its movement toward the west and closer to the US east coast. (more...)
- September 13, 2017
The only effect here in New England from Jose (and along the East Coast) is likely to be some rough seas. Despite local panic, it spared Barbuda, St. coast. Potential tracks vary wildly, from landfalls in the south up to the Canadian maritimes, while others take Jose out to sea permanently. Hurricane Jose is now expected to make a full and complete circle, ultimately redirecting its movement toward the west and closer to the US east coast. (more...)
United States warns China, Russia must comply with sanctions on North Korea
- September 13, 2017
Since 2006, the Security Council has unanimously adopted eight resolutions ratcheting up sanctions on North Korea over its ballistic missile and nuclear programs. China , North Korea's sole ally and main trading partner, has strongly objected to an oil embargo out of fear that it would bring the North's economy to its knees. (more...)
- September 13, 2017
Since 2006, the Security Council has unanimously adopted eight resolutions ratcheting up sanctions on North Korea over its ballistic missile and nuclear programs. China , North Korea's sole ally and main trading partner, has strongly objected to an oil embargo out of fear that it would bring the North's economy to its knees. (more...)
Trump says UN North Korea sanctions are 'not a big deal'
- September 13, 2017
Early June - More suspected North Korean activity targeting unknown victims, believed to be cryptocurrency service providers in South Korea . It's possible North Korea is either trying to run out the clock on the United States, betting on the unlikelihood of President Donald Trump resorting to the " fire and fury " response he threatened in August. (more...)
- September 13, 2017
Early June - More suspected North Korean activity targeting unknown victims, believed to be cryptocurrency service providers in South Korea . It's possible North Korea is either trying to run out the clock on the United States, betting on the unlikelihood of President Donald Trump resorting to the " fire and fury " response he threatened in August. (more...)
Latest news
North Korea nuclear test site partially collapsed: Chinese experts